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As the migration process took its course across the state, timber operations and lumber mills began to pepper the landscape. Douglas County would soon be known as the “Timber Capital” of the World. The necessity of protecting its number one commodity was evident.

The Douglas County Fire Patrol Association, now called Douglas Forest Protective Association, was organized on May 6, 1912. With the aid of forest workers and a multitude of concerned citizens, the DCFPA built a reputation that would place them among the finest in the country. The Association took up its first residence at 248 SE Jackson Street in downtown Roseburg, moving three times before establishing permanent roots at it’s location on Airport Road.

DFPA protects 1.6 million acres of private, county, state and BLM forest and grazing lands in greater Douglas County. The Association has averaged 103 fires and 3,943 acres burned annually over the last 100 years. It’s 20 year average is 81 fires and 498 acres burned annually.

Since the beginning, this organization has strived for excellence and unity. Through strong leadership and dedication from both board members and employees alike, and because of the support and commitment of the landowners in our community, we feel we have been successful.

Here at the DFPA intend on setting the bar high, and providing the standard for others to follow. Let the next 100 years start today.

Partners in Fire Protection

CFPA

Oregon Dept. of Forestry

Umpqua National Forest

OSU Extension Service

Keep Oregon Green

Oregon State Fire Marshal

Douglas County Fire District #2

ODFW

Glide Fire Department

Roseburg Fire Department